NTT DATA and Palo Alto Networks launch AI-driven Cloud-to-Edge cybersecurity service

NTT DATA has announced an expanded partnership with Palo Alto Networks to launch an advanced Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service for enterprise clients, designed to strengthen cybersecurity from cloud environments to the farthest edges of enterprise networks. This service, powered by Palo Alto Networks’ Cortex XSIAM platform, combines AI-driven threat detection, automation, and analytics to provide robust protection and resilience against a constantly evolving threat landscape.

The new service, Managed Extended Detection Response (MXDR), brings continuous threat monitoring, detection, and rapid response capabilities to enterprises. Leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, MXDR improves visibility and security across all environments—from cloud to edge devices—enabling enterprises to stay ahead of threats. By consolidating security operations into a single platform, MXDR simplifies management, unifies data, and reduces the time needed to detect, investigate, and respond to cyber threats.

Powered by the Cortex XSIAM platform, MXDR combines the latest advances in AI-driven security with Palo Alto Networks’ expertise in threat intelligence. This platform transforms the traditional Security Operations Center (SOC) with AI automation to simplify threat detection, prevent breaches at scale, and accelerate incident remediation. According to Gartner, global cybersecurity spending is forecast to reach $212 billion by 2025, driven by an increasing need for comprehensive security solutions and a shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals. MXDR addresses these challenges by providing a cohesive, automated solution, helping enterprises lower their operational costs and improve cyber resilience.

“Many organizations rely on fragmented security systems, making it difficult to detect advanced threats and respond quickly,” noted Sheetal Mehta, Global Head of Cybersecurity at NTT DATA. “With Palo Alto Networks, we’re delivering a unified solution that enhances security and agility across all environments.”

This partnership supports industries that rely heavily on secure and connected infrastructures—such as manufacturing, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals—by providing a single platform that improves threat detection, streamlines security operations, and ensures business continuity. NTT DATA, with over 7,500 cybersecurity experts and a global reach spanning 50 countries, remains committed to protecting clients’ digital landscapes and advancing enterprise cyber resilience.